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1. Applications for the 2026
2017 school year open on September 1, 2025. Applications are accepted one year ahead of the intended year of entry, and all deadlines must be observed. Early submission helps ensure a timely review by the admissions team, especially for families relocating to Houston. Admissions are selective and align with the school0as academic expectations and educational philosophy. LIH reviews applicants without discrimination on race, religion, national or ethnic origin, or socioeconomic status.
2. Preschool (18 months
PreK-2) deadline is October 31; decision is January 15. The Preschool program covers 18 months through PreK-2. The deadline and decision timeline guide the Preschool admissions process.
3. Elementary (1st 0a 5th grade) deadline is November 28; decision is February 13. The Elementary admissions timeline follows these dates.
4. Middle School (6th 0a 8th grade) deadline is December 26; decision is February 27. The Middle School admissions timeline follows these dates.
5. High School (9th 0a 12th grade) deadline is December 26; decision is February 27. The High School admissions timeline follows these dates.
6. Rolling Admissions: LIH
International School of Houston offers rolling admissions throughout the year. Families are encouraged to apply by our published priority deadlines; however, relocations to Houston after those timeframes may occur. Applications from families relocating to Houston after priority deadlines are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, depending on space availability. The admissions team works closely with relocating families to ensure a thoughtful and timely review whenever possible.
7. 214. LIH is located at 15950 Park Row, Houston, TX 77084.
Need-based financial aid is available. Aid decisions are based on an assessment of each familys financial situation and focus on need; LIH does not provide scholarships based on academics or extracurricular activities. Families must re-apply annually, and past aid does not guarantee future support. French families can apply for need-based tuition assistance from the French government through the Bourses Scolaires program, which may cover up to 100% of tuition; eligibility includes being registered with the French Consulate and being at least 3 years old by December 31; annual applications are due by February 17 for new and returning families; applications are submitted to the Consulate General of France in Houston; for more details contact Elyna Dacosta or the Consulate0a Bourses at the Consulat Generale de France
Houston. Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) are accepted beginning in 2026
2027 for eligible families; TEFA details and eligibility are set by the State of Texas; LIH0a financial aid program remains separate from TEFA and LIH cannot assist with the state application process. Please refer to LIH for the latest details. TEFA acceptance does not alter LIH0a admissions or re-enrollment processes.
LI Lycée International de Houston is a private international day school in Houston's Energy Corridor. Opened in 2017 on a 10-acre campus, it serves students from 18 months through 12th grade and draws international community from more than 50 nationalities. The school offers two pathways: the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) taught in English, and the French Baccalaureate, which includes a bilingual French International Baccalaureate (BFI) option that adds American AP courses in its American/BFI track. Instruction is in English and French, with additional language offerings including Spanish, Arabic, Mandarin, and German, reinforcing multilingualism as a core element. LIH is affiliated with AEFE and accredited by IB, the French Ministry of Education, and the Texas TAAPS, with SEVP approval for international students. Facilities include a 10-acre campus with a library and classrooms; after-school programs feature STEAM, music and dance, and a range of clubs and enrichment at no cost.
